Always Noel ('Tis the Season Book 4) Book by Kathleen Shoop

When all seems lost, a Christmas miracle walks in… 

Albany, Oregon 

December, 1937 

Despite the lingering Depression, Albany, Oregon is lit up for Christmas. The entire town is bright with hope ushered in with the holiday season. But Jane Scott’s dream for the perfect Christmas is ruined. She’s accepted to the University of Oregon, yet denied the scholarship that would allow her to attend. On top of that her boyfriend, Jack Arthur, stands her up just when she needs him most. Faced with not earning a teaching degree she wonders if she could be happy living life as her mother has—as a woman contented with all things domestic. As each day seems darker, Jane’s strength and faith is tested. 

Feeling as though everything she had counted on is fading away, she flounders for an anchor. Little by little the Scott family Christmas traditions and a benefactor’s encouragement remind her of what the season is all about, what she is all about. Can plans for a new job pay enough for tuition? Does Jack’s mysterious absence mean the end of their future together? Is a Christmas miracle on the way?

I rated this book 5 *****'s

Short but sweet book to read

Christmas books always give us lessons to learn in life. Always Noel will do that to you.  This is a very short but sweet book to read. Failure always makes us ugly cry but if we keep on going, that dream will come true. Sometimes life gives us other options to achieve our goals in life. There are angels that will always help us if we do not give up our dreams. Christmas miracles always happen. It is a beautiful holiday where family near or far reunites to celebrate what makes our family stay together. It is also a wonderful day to seal the love of forever. 

 

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About Kathleen Shoop

Bestselling author, Kathleen Shoop, holds a PhD in reading education and has more than 20 years of experience in the classroom. She writes historical fiction, women’s fiction and romance. Shoop’s novels have garnered various awards in the Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY), Eric Hoffer Book Awards, Indie Excellence Awards, Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Readers’ Favorite and the San Francisco Book Festival. Kathleen has been featured in USA Today and the Writer’s Guide to 2013. Her work has appeared in The Tribune-Review, four Chicken Soup for the Soul books and Pittsburgh Parent magazine. Kathleen coordinates Mindful Writing Retreats and is a regular presenter at conferences for writers.

I adore writing historical fiction (The Letter series, After the Fog and Donora Stories) but am having a blast writing romance like Home Again, Return to Love and Tending Her Heart (Endless Love series). Thank you so much for the time you take to read.

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Cinder Bella ('Tis the Season Book 3) Book By Kathleen Shoop

Cinder Bella ('Tis the Season Book 3)

She never had anything. 

He lost everything. 

Together they create a Christmas to remember. 

December, 1893

Shadyside, Pennyslvania 

Bella Darling lives in a cozy barn at Maple Grove, an estate owned by industrialist Archibald Westminster. The Westminster family is stranded overseas and have sent word to relieve all employees of their duties except Margaret, the pregnant maid, James the butler, and Bella. Content with borrowed books and a toasty home festooned with pine boughs and cinnamon sticks, she coaxes the old hens to lay eggs--extraordinary eggs. Bella yearns for just one thing—someone to share her life with. Always inventive, she has a plan for that. She just needs the right egg into the hands of the right man. 

Bartholomew Baines, a Harvard-educated banker, is reeling in the aftermath of his bank's collapse. With his friends and fiancé ostracizing him for what he thought was an act of generosity, he is penniless and alone. A kind woman welcomes him into her boarding house under conditions that he reluctantly accepts. Completely undone by his current, lowly position, and by the motley crew of fellow boarders who view him as one of them, Bartholomew wrestles with how to rebuild. 

With the special eggs as the impetus, the first meeting between Bella and Bartholomew gives each the wrong idea about the other. And when the boarding house burns down a week before Christmas it’s Bella who is there to lend a hand. She, Margaret, and James invite the homeless group to stay at the estate through the holidays. But as Christmas draws closer, eviction papers arrive. Maple Grove is being foreclosed upon. Can Bella work her magic and save their Christmas? Is the growing attraction between Bella and Bartholomew enough for them to see past their differences? Only time will tell and only if time doesn’t run out before they all have the Christmas of their lives.

 

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I rated this book 5 *****'s 

Life is full of challenges, trials, and at the same time happiness

Oh, sweet Bella who has a heart of gold despite being poor. You cannot help but adore her for what she does. Being an owner of chickens, I am feeling her character. I shed a tear with that chapter. 

Then there is Bart who is the opposite of Bella who grows up with everything. These two are meant to be. A dreamer and a failure are what make this story so beautiful to read. What a beautiful story to end. It brings joy to my heart. Indeed a fairy tale comes true for Cinder Bella. 

Ms. Kathleen Shoop knows how to capture our hearts with amazing stories. I loved reading this book.

About Kathleen Shoop

Bestselling author, Kathleen Shoop, holds a PhD in reading education and has more than 20 years of experience in the classroom. She writes historical fiction, women’s fiction and romance. Shoop’s novels have garnered various awards in the Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY), Eric Hoffer Book Awards, Indie Excellence Awards, Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Readers’ Favorite and the San Francisco Book Festival. Kathleen has been featured in USA Today and the Writer’s Guide to 2013. Her work has appeared in The Tribune-Review, four Chicken Soup for the Soul books and Pittsburgh Parent magazine. Kathleen coordinates Mindful Writing Retreats and is a regular presenter at conferences for writers.

I adore writing historical fiction (The Letter series, After the Fog and Donora Stories) but am having a blast writing romance like Home Again, Return to Love and Tending Her Heart (Endless Love series). Thank you so much for the time you take to read.

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The Wrong Side Of Murder Book By Lauren Carr

 

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Book Details:

Book Title:  The Wrong Side of Murder (A Nikki Bryant Cozy Mystery) by Lauren Carr
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +),  274 pages
Genre:  Mystery/Cozy Mystery
Publisher:  Acorn Book Services
Release date:   July 21, 2022
Content Rating: This cozy mystery is rated G for everyone!

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The Wrong Side of Murder is another wonderful cozy mystery by author Lauren Carr. It has all the elements that draw me in - an intelligent female lead, an equally smart boyfriend who partners to help her, a complicated plot where clues are slowly revealed, people who aren't what they seem to be, comedic moments to balance the darker ones, and several quirky pets full of personality.  

It's a wonderful book to escape into at the end of the day. And get ready to read into the wee hours as, if you're like me, you won't be able to stop reading until the mystery is revealed.  - Marilyn R. Wilson, Olio by Marilyn

Nikki's an intense individual who makes the perfect investigative journalist. She wants answers yesterday and she is willing to dig in to get them. She might get it wrong at the beginning but with the help of her family and close friends, she'll get the answers she wants and needs. – review by Blooming with Books

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Book Description:

Nikki Bryant’s Next Case Takes Her to the Wrong Side of Murder

One spring morning, Jodi Gibbons got up and went to school as she did every day. Her young life went sideways though when the police found that her mother had been brutally killed during the night.

Twenty years later, many in Pine Grove believe Jodi got away with murder. After all, how could she have possibly slept through her mother’s violent death in the very next room?
After decades of silence, Jodi accepts investigative journalist Nikki Bryant’s invitation to tell her side of the story. However, before the interview can take place, someone silences Jodi permanently.

Now it is up to Nikki Bryant and her friends to uncover the secret that Jodi Gibbons has been protecting—a secret someone believes it is worth killing to keep from being revealed.

I rated this book 5 *****'s 

Nikki did it again

She is becoming my new favorite character in Ms. Lauren Carr's book. Of course, Ms. Carr did it again. I do not how she is not running out of brilliant stories to amaze her readers.

This is another amazing story that blows my mind. It is funny at the same you are glued to the story. The book is hard to put down. Nikki and her ability to solve a crime are remarkable. This woman won't stop until she helped the victim. Elmo adds the cuteness of the story with his shenanigans and his fans all over him. 

Life is always full of surprises and sometimes innocent get killed because of some evil actions from greedy people. I am so happy that Nikki finds justice for them. I cannot wait what Ms. Carr's new book about Nikki and her dog. These two are perfect teams for each other. 

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Book Title:  Killer Deadline (A Nikki Bryant Cozy Mystery) by Lauren Carr
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +),  232 pages
Genre:  Mystery/Cozy Mystery
Publisher:  Acorn Book Services
Release date:   April 23, 2020
Content Rating: This cozy mystery is rated G for Everyone!

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I love this cozy mystery! It is full of suspense, action packed, fast pace with that small town feeling. I love the characters, I have to admit, I fell in love with Elmo on the spot! I loved Nikki's spunk and determination. She keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire book! I highly recommend this book to those who loves a good cozy mystery!! - 5-Star Review at Splashes of Joy 

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Book Description:

​Folks in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, claim that where Nikki Bryant goes, trouble is not far behind. Her refusal to back down from a challenge has made Nikki Bryant a top investigative journalist.

When an online friend nudges her to join him in a pact to reconnect with their first loves, Nikki and her boxer dog Elmo leave the bright lights of Las Vegas for the charming town of Pine Grove. There, she must face the biggest challenges in her career and life—the first love she had left behind and her father’s unsolved murder.

But before she has time to unpack her car, Nikki stumbles upon the dead body of local news anchor, Ashleigh Addison, her childhood rival. Could Ashleigh’s death be connected to an explosive news story that she had teased about airing live? Did that explosive story have anything to do with the murder of Nikki’s father?

With the clues in her father’s cold case hot again, Nikki intends to chase down the story of her life until she catches his killer—no matter what it takes.

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The Dirty Martini Club Book by Jude Randazzo

 

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​Book Title:  The Dirty Martini Club (A Tess Kincaid Novel) by Jude Randazzo
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  308 pages
Genre: Suspense / Romantic Suspense
Publisher:  HABERDASHERY PRESS
Release date:  June 2022
Content Rating:  PG (mild profanity, no f-words, mild violence, no sex)   

 

Book Descriptions:

Tess Kincaid, celebrity golf professional, decides to visit and meet, for the first time, her presumptive fiancé Eddie Spinozza's family in Albany, New York for Thanksgiving, in anticipation of the next step in their relationship. The Spinozza and Cuchinelli families have been entrenched in Albany for two generations, but Eddie has assured Tess that he is not involved in his family's "business". However, on the first night of her visit, sitting in The Dirty Martini Club watching Eddie perform with his band, she witnesses the brazen shooting of one of the band members. Almost simultaneously, and without much warning, an epic, once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm suffocates Albany, preventing Tess from leaving town. 

She subsequently becomes a material witness to a series of events, which the police are only reluctantly investigating. What happens next is a daring, and life-altering event that brings Eddie and Tess to a do or die scenario amid mob warfare. The results are quite unpredictable.

I rated this book 4 ****'s

Family secrets, lies, and betrayals rule one 

I like reading any Mafia books related. The Dirty Martini Club is not an exemption. This book will show you the truth and the lies between two family rivals and an innocent man have no clue.

This book is very entertaining and your mind will be blown away. The parent's love and caring are so much different from a typical family. The love of protecting an innocent child which leads to danger is very extraordinary. I love that the setting is not far from home and some places even are located in my city. Relationships need to be protected and sometimes you have to let it go and hope you find your way back into each other in the future. Sometimes, you need to jeopardize your life to save a dear friend which is my favorite part.

My very first time reading the author's book. I am looking forward to reading more of his writings.

 

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JUDE RANDAZZO was born in New York and lives with his family in Colorado. His paternal grandfather was born in Sicily and emigrated to New York. He is the author of the Tess Kincaid series; The Golden Cocoon, The Omen of the Crow, What You Don’t Know Can Kill You, and The Gray Fedora.

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The Trouble with Whiskey: Dare Whiskey (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch Book 1) Book by Melissa Foster

NEW RELEASE........

From New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster comes The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch, a new small-town, big-family series of standalone romance novels featuring fiercely loyal, insanely sexy bikers who give horses—and people—a second chance. Buckle up for a wild ride in Hope Valley, CO, as these big-hearted badasses and their sassy sisters wrangle in their forever loves. No cliffhangers, no cheating, and always a happily ever after. 

She’s the only woman he’s ever loved, and the one he could never have… 

Years after losing one of their best friends to a dare gone wrong,Devlin “Dare” Whiskey continues to live up to his name, endlessly testing fate, while Billie Mancini buried the best parts of herself. Billie is beautiful and tough, and battling demons Dare has no idea exist. But Dare is done watching her pretend to be something she’s not and takes on his most important challenge yet—showing the woman he loves that some dares are worth the risk. 

I rated this book 5 *****'s

An irresistible dare 

Goodness gracious this is another inspirational book from Ms. Melissa Foster. I did cry while reading a certain chapter. I rarely cry from reading this. The story of Dare and Billie get me right through my heart.  This book is so extraordinary to read. It is such one of a kind book that you cannot put it down. My heart was breaking into pieces.

It also laughs out loud. I even snort while reading. The vow of marriage which is staying through sickness and health is perfect for this story though they were just lovers. It is also soul searching and leads you to find your true self. If you have not read any books from Ms. Melissa Foster, I think you miss a lot of opportunities to fall in love, laugh out loud, energize and hook with her characters. 

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The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch 

The Trouble with Whiskey 

For The Love of Whiskey (releasing 19th April 2023!)

More titles coming soon! 

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Coming soon to audio, narrated by Jacob Morgan and Savannah Peachwood!

"Melissa Foster is synonymous with sexy, swoony, heartfelt romance!" - NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely​

"You can always rely on Melissa Foster to deliver a story that's fresh, emotional and entertaining. Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" - New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak 

"With her wonderful characters and resonating emotions, Melissa Foster is a must-read author!" - New York Times Bestseller J. Kenner

Releasing 19th April 2023!

For The Love of Whiskey (The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch Book 2)

He's a natural-born protector, a Dark Knights biker, and a hell of a rancher. What happens when he falls for a woman who has no idea who she really is? 

When Sullivan Tate escaped from a cult, leaving behind the only life she’d ever known, she thought she’d already endured the most difficult things she’d ever have to deal with. She knew she needed to figure out who she was, but she hadn’t expected to fall for overprotective and sexy-as-hell Callahan “Cowboy” Whiskey along the way. How can she give her heart to a man who has always known exactly who he is, when she’s only just begun figuring that out about herself?

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The Whiskey cousins and more Dark Knights are available for your binge-reading pleasure! 

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor 

Tru Blue 

Truly Madly Whiskey 

Driving Whiskey Wild 

Wicked Whiskey Love 

Mad About Moon 

Taming My Whiskey 

The Gritty Truth 

In for A Penny 

Running on Diesel 

The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside 

A Little Bit Wicked 

The Wicked Aftermath 

Crazy, Wicked Love 

The Wicked Truth 

 **Don't miss River of Love (Bradens at Peaceful Harbor), the first story in which the Whiskeys at Peaceful Harbor were introduced, and Searching for Love (Bradens & Montgomerys), the first story in which the Whiskeys at Redemption Ranch were introduced.

About the author

Melissa Foster is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. She writes sexy and heartwarming contemporary romance and women’s fiction with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic and always family oriented, the perfect beach reads for contemporary romance and women’s fiction lovers who enjoy reading about loyal, wealthy heroes and smart, sassy heroines with complex relatable issues.

Melissa also writes sweet romance under the pen name Addison Cole.

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OFF-BROADWAY: A MARRIAGE DRAMA Book by William A. Glass

 

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Book Details:

Book Title:  Off Broadway: A Marriage Drama by William A. Glass
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  276 pages
Genre:  Family Drama
Publisher:  Hawkeye Publishers
Release date:   May 2022
Content Rating:  PG-13 + M: Contains some profanity, has mature themes including drug use, adultery, sexual situations. There are no graphic sex scenes. Still, this is definitely adult material.

Book Description:

Cindy and Dave Knight got married too young. Several years later they are trying to make the best of it. He is a salesman on the fast track with a prestigious corporation. She is the indispensable assistant to a prominent Broadway producer. They own an apartment in Manhattan and enjoy knocking around the city together. However, Dave’s erratic behavior and career obsession strain the relationship. Can it be saved?

I rated this book 4 ****'s

Marriage is a hard work

It takes two people to compromise for marriage to work. It takes a lot of understanding and support from each other. I have been married for 20 years. Sometimes I feel like I want to give up and quit.

This book is a wide opening for married people especially those too busy with their work and have no time for each other. I enjoyed reading this story. I am glad that the characters find their happiness and move on to their new lives. Honesty plays a big role so trust and support from the person we loved the most.

This story feels real especially dealing with marketing and the products. I learned something from reading this book. This book is one of a kind and very unique story. It deals with daily lives, friendship, work, and relationships. If all these things are balanced, married life would be amazing.

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William is a retired business executive now living in South Carolina with his wife, Bettina. She teaches high school German while Bill is the soccer coach at a small college. Their three sons, Alex, Robert, and Gordon have all graduated from college and moved away to pursue careers. Now Bill and Bettina enjoy long walks with their dogs. When the weather permits, Bill commutes on his motorcycle. “It’s like taking a roller coaster to work!” he enthuses.

Interview with William A. Glass, Author of Off Broadway: A Marriage Drama

Jessey: Your novels are largely autobiographical; did you ever think about writing a memoir? 

Bill: I spent several years trying to write a memoir, got half-way done, then kept procrastinating working on it because it was boring. In the meantime, I wrote a short story that worked. One day it occurred to me that the main character in the short story was a self-reflection and that I could write a novel about him drawing on my life experiences. I tossed the memoir!

Jessey: Off Broadway has a large number of characters, how do you come up with names for them all?

Bill: The characters in the book were inspired by people I once knew.  So, while writing the book, I often used real names. That helped me visualize the characters and capture their idiosyncrasies.  The hard part came in going back and renaming everybody in case any of them might still be alive. In doing so, I just tried to pick names that fit the person. I confess that for minor characters, I sometimes resorted to using names of acquaintances or looking up popular names using Google!

Jessey: How long did it take you to write this book from concept to fruition? 

Bill:  I hate to admit it, but it took fifteen years to complete Off Broadway after I ditched the memoir. I had a very demanding day job coaching college soccer during that time. Parts of the book were written while riding to games on the team bus. 

Jessey: What writers have you drawn inspiration from? 

Bill: I have many favorite writers, but to answer your question, I’ll say Harper Lee, Jack Kerouac, and J.D. Salinger because their books had the most long-lasting impact on me. More recently, Rick Bragg and Frank McCourt have inspired me to get my story down on paper.

Jessey: Where did you get the inspiration for your cover? Did you design it yourself? 

Bill: I’m working with a wonderful indie publisher.  His name is Timber Hawkeye. After reading the blurb I wrote, he and I agreed on the title, then he designed the cover. I love it! 

Jessey: Which actor/actress would you like to see playing the lead character in Off Broadway? 

Bill: If I had written this many years ago, a young Adam Sandler would have made a great Dave Knight! Also, a young Sean Penn comes to mind. He was a hoot in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”. I’m not up to speed enough on current movies to pick a contemporary young actor.

Jessey: What do you do when you are not writing? 

Bill: My job as a college soccer coach is fun, but it takes up a lot of time including some nights and weekends.  I also enjoy exercising and taking long walks with my wife, Bettina.  Our rescue dogs, Scout and Lucky, accompany us. When we can get away, we go camping in the mountains or spend time walking along the South Carolina shore. I often commute to the college where I work on my motorcycle, and that’s a blast. Finally, of course, I always have one or two books going. I read a while every night before turning out the light.

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​July 11 – Gina Rae Mitchell – book review / guest post / giveaway
July 12 – Kam's Place – book review / author interview
July 13 – JB's Bookworms with Brandy Mulder – book spotlight / guest post
July 14 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / guest post / giveaway
July 15 - Book Corner News and Reviews - book review / giveaway
July 18 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book review / author interview
July 19 – Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway
July 20 – Olio by Marilyn – book review / giveaway
July 20 – Olio by Marilyn – book spotlight / author interview
July 21 – Books for Books – book review / guest post
July 22 – Adventurous Jessy – book review / author interview / giveaway
July 22 - Books Are a Blessing – book review / giveaway

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Cinderella Didn't Live Happily Ever After Book by Anne Beall

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Book Title:  Cinderella Didn't Live Happily Ever After: The Hidden Messages in Fairy Tales by Anne E. Beall
Category:  Adult Non-Fiction (18+),  126 pages
Genre: Feminist, Fairy Tales, Literary Criticism
Publisher:  Independent Publishing
Release date:  November 17, 2018
Content Rating:  PG + M. Some fairy tales are a bit gruesome but there is no bad language or explicit sex. 

 Book Description:

​Did Cinderella live happily ever after? You might think so until you look more closely at the hidden messages in beloved fairy tales. In this book, fairy tales are analyzed in terms of the underlying messages about marriage, agency, power, suffering, and good versus evil, with a focus on how male and female characters differ in each of these areas. The analysis is a data-driven approach that provides clear evidence for the hidden messages in these beloved tales. The end conclusion is not whether fairy tales are good or bad but rather what messages they deliver about life, even if unintentionally.

I rated this book 5 *****'s 

Cinderella is always my favorite fairy tale Princess

I didn't grow up reading any Princess books back in the Philippines when I was a little girl until I had my daughter almost 16 years ago. Cinderella is always my favorite fairy tale Princess until now. I adore how humble she is despite being treated poorly by her step sisters.

This book opens my mind and gets to learn more about my favorite fairy tale Princess Cinderella it is. This book is very entertaining and what a fantastic read. It tackles real scenarios which will blow your mind away. Secrets are all discovered and when you think of it, it's like a corn maze that wants you to get out and be free.

Life is not always a ray of sunshine and that is why this book is a must to read to reflect what real life is all about. Cinderella is still my favorite fairy tale Princess but I would be a feisty one if I were her.

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​A leader in the field of market research and one of the few female CEOs in the industry, Anne E. Beall is the author of 10 books in business, gender studies, and mindfulness, including Cinderella Didn’t Live Happily Ever After: The Hidden Messages in Fairy Tales and The Psychology of Gender. Her book Heartfelt Connections was named one of the top 100 Notable Indie books in 2016 by Shelf Unbound, and she has published nearly a dozen business articles in noted journals. Her books have been featured in People Magazine, Toronto Sun, Hers Magazine, and Ms. Career Girl, and she has been interviewed by NBC, NPR, and WGN. Having received her PhD in social psychology from Yale University, Anne resides in Evanston, Illinois and is the founder of the market consultancy company Beall Research.

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June 23 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway
June 24 – Chit Chat With Charity – book review / author interview / giveaway
June 24 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
June 27 – My Fictional Oasis – book review
June 27 - Books for Books - book spotlight
June 28 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway
June 28 - My Reading Getaway – book review / author interview / giveaway
June 29 – Lisa's Reading – book spotlight / giveaway
June 29 - Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway
June 30 – Lynchburg Reads – book review / giveaway
June 30 - Library Lady's Kid Lit – book review / guest post / giveaway
July 1 - Cover Lover Book Review – book review / giveaway
July 1 - Celticlady's Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway
July 1 - Adventurous Jessy – book review / giveaway

 

Enter the Giveaway:

 

CINDERELLA DID NOT LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER Book Tour Giveaway